team simple

At Simple Organics, our passionate and educated staff will help guide you through your wellness journey.

Our Experts

Heather Shalayko

Owner, HHP, CWP, CLC

Heather Shalayko is a Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Wellness Practitioner, and Certified Lactation Counselor. Heather has a Bachelors of Science in Wellness, Health Promotion, and Injury Prevention from Oakland University and she is currently completing her Masters Degree.  Heather has worked in the health and wellness field for over 12 years in the community, government, institutional, private and non-profit sectors.  Heather is a mom to two beautiful girls and loves the outdoors. Heather and her husband Steve both grew up and graduated from Oxford High School and she is so happy to be back here, as a small business owner. 

Heather is looking forward to bringing her experience teaching mindfulness, nutrition, and various physical activity programs to the Simple Organics community. One of her favorite programs she teaches is Cooking with Kids, a family based nutrition program. “I have found that when families learn together, they’re much more likely to make those healthy behavior changes and be successful together.” Heather wants Simple to continue to be a staple for health and wellness in the community and move toward an overall wellness center. Simple Organics will have biweekly breastfeeding hours starting in October where new moms and expecting moms can come in, sip on some tea, and get breastfeeding support for free. When Heather had her two daughters she struggled to find breastfeeding support. Heather wants to change that and support new moms to successfully breastfeed for as long as they want to!  

Amber

Wellness Advisor

Amber brings a diverse background as an artist and a musician, with a Film and Video Degree from Grand Valley State University. Interning at the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies in Rhinebeck, New York, she developed her love for Permaculture and Ecological Restoration. She is trained as a Master Gardener, worked in landscaping using permaculture ethics, and recently spent a year studying with Herbalist Jim McDonald in his Lindera Herbal Intensive. She loves mindfulness meditation, foraging and folk medicine, and living close to nature for holistic health and well being.

Janeen

Wellness Advisor

 

Sharing health and healing brings Janeen the highest joy. Janeen is a lover of yoga, food, all things self-care, exploring in nature and time with loved ones. She is a 2019 Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and a Certified 200hr Yoga Instructor. Her passion for travel and creating new experiences has led her to a path of sharing health, wellness and optimal living.

Lydia

Wellness Advisor

 

Lydia has a degree in architecture from Lawrence Tech and loves all things design. She has been helping Simple Organics build their e commerce store. She is a mother of two who places a high value on bringing health and wellness into her and her families’ daily lives. She enjoys gardening and growing veggies and herbs, but will admit she hates cooking. Lydia believes life is all about finding balance.

Hannah

Wellness Advisor

Hannah is an Oxford native and artist. She loves conversation and listening to people’s stories,  classical music and anything pink! Her hobbies include painting and drawing, cooking, YouTube, audiobooks, and looking at AirBNBs. She is passionate about delicious food, aliens, mindbodysoul healing, and zero waste living.

Shawna

Wellness Advisor

Shawna has been a seasonal employee with Simple Organics since 2014 upon completing her Holistic Health Practitioner certification with Troy Farwell. She began her holistic lifestyle journey in 2012 (right here at Simple Organics!) and has been passionate about sharing her knowledge with others ever since. Shawna keeps herself busy raising two teenage children. She also helps her husband with his greenhouse business, and experiments with aromatherapy in her hobby soap business.

Ava

Wellness Intern

Wellness Intern Ava is a full time student at Oxford High School. Ava is a cancer survivor and now that she is older she is interested in learning more about healthy living and holistic health. Some things Ava likes to do are cooking, hanging out with friends, and playing with her dogs!

Troy Farwell

Co-Founder

Dr. Farwell is a Doctor of Natural Medicine, Master Herbalist, and Registered Ayurvedic Practitioner. Dr. Farwell has been in private practice for over a decade and has seen thousands of clients with weight loss and management needs.

He is meeting with patients virtually please learn more by visiting his website: troyfarwellholistichealth.com

Laura Farwell

Co-Founder

Laura is often the “get it done” person behind the scenes as she supports her husband, Dr. Troy Farwell. As a cancer survivor, Laura truly believes in the value of natural health. Laura has a Bachelors and Masters degree from Michigan State University in Community Services, an Ed.S degree from Oakland University in Educational Leadership and is a licensed social worker. Laura has vast experience in curriculum development and training. Laura finished her Holistic Health Practitioner certification in 2014.

John & Donna LoVasco

Co-Founders

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Genial Day Menstrual Cup Size Large

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$37.99
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Product Details

ZERO WASTE ECO-FRIENDLY MENSTRUAL CUP. Made of medical-grade TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) which is durable, sustainable and recyclable material. Washable and reusable. Complete protection. Can be worn for up to 12 hours during travel, camping, yoga, swim, dance & sports, and every period. The cup will last you many years.

HYPOALLERGENIC AND SAFE. TPE cup is safe for those with silicone allergies, it’s been tested as hypoallergenic ‘non-irritant’ by external labs. No harmful plasticizers are included that could cause hormonal changes. Free of BPA, phthalates, latex, heavy metals.

COMFORTABLE AND FLEXIBLE. The cup has a nice feel to it and is medium-soft for more comfortable insertion and removal. Textured base allows for a slip-free grip and spill-free removal. Rounded firm rim designed to maximize hold to prevent leaks.

EASY TO USE AND TO CLEAN. 4 conical shape suction holes patented system: for easy seal break with minimal mess removal; easy to clean. The stem is stable and not hollow by the base, so it will not bend to make removal messy. Dyed with food-grade coloring which won’t show stains.

THE BRAND YOU CAN TRUST. From one woman to women - Genial Day brand is striving to change how women feel about their period providing the best service, innovative and premium menstrual hygiene products, and helping women and girls in need. Genial Day cup is made of highest quality TPE material produced in Europe in FDA accredited facility. The cup is FDA registered and Vegetarian Society approved – VEGAN.

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Product Details:

  • 100% Medical Grade Recyclable TPE, heavy metals, BPA, Latex and Chemical Free
  • Hypoallergenic and Biocompatible
  • 12 Hour Capacity (3-4 tampons worth)
  • Easiest to open, leak-free shape
  • Lasts up to 5 years
  • Easy to clean rounded edges, tapered holes and solid stem
  • Slip-resistant shape
  • Most comfortable sensation
  • Imperial Purple colored (food grade) cup won’t show stains
  • Made in the EU in ISO 9001 certified and FDA accredited facility
  • FDA compliant and registered
  • VEGAN certified – approved by Vegetarian Society.
  • NOTE: the mark by the stem is not a damage, this is extrusion mark and it doesn’t affect the quality of the cup.

Forget about your period for up to 12 hours

Genial Day is smooth, flexible and medium-soft reusable menstrual cup made of hypoallergic, medical-grade, recyclable TPE.

Genial Day cup collects your menstrual flow rather than absorbing it, allowing for a period that is completely leak-free, odor-free with zero irritation.

The superior alternative to pads and tampons, Genial Day cup accommodates your heaviest to lightest flow for up to 12 hours, forget those frequent visits to the bathroom. It gives you total freedom during your period even during sports or travel.


L: For women older than 25 years old or who have given birth vaginally, with heavy flow, for those who have been diagnosed with a weaker pelvic floor

Capacity 30 ml / oz 1.014
Diameter 46 mm / 1.81"
Total Length 66 mm / 2.6"
Stem Length 12 mm / 0.47"

Safety Information:

Sterilize the cup before the first use and at the end of each cycle: boil the water first, then dip the cup for 3-4 minutes. Using the cup for the first time. You must remove the cup prior to intercourse and remember that the menstrual cup is not a contraceptive method and it does not protect from sexually transmitted diseases. Menstrual cups are not designed to be used for post-natal bleeding. The menstrual cup is a product of intimate use so you should not share it. Never use Genial Day Cup for more than 12 hours at a time without washing properly. Clean the cup with unscented, mild soap and water. Do not use scented soap, oil-based soap, castile soap, alcohol, antibacterial soap, hand sanitizer, vinegar, tea tree oil, dish soap, hydrogen peroxide, bleach or any other harsh chemicals. To insert into the vagina, use only water-based lubricants. Oil-based lubricants can damage the cup. Never keep the cup in a plastic bag or airtight containers. If you experience any adverse effects, discontinue use and consult with your physician. If you notice that the cup has a tear and is leaking, becomes sticky, or starts to irritate vagina, you must replace it. Dispose of in trash. NOTE: the cup may naturally, slightly discolor over time. This does not impair its functionality.

Indications:

The Genial Day Cup is a reusable soft TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) cup that is worn internally like a tampon but collects—rather than absorbs—your period blood for up to 12 hours depending on your flow!

Directions:

Please read the instruction included in the box how to insert and remove the cup. Keep the instructions since learning to use your cup can take up to a couple of cycles. If you have any questions, we are here to help.

Legal Disclaimer

If you feel symptoms of general pain, burning, irritation, or inflammation in the genital area, or discomfort during urination, remove Genial Day Cup and contact a physician.

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